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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Stryker Aria Implant Inserter, REF 48758500, This instrument is part of the Aria product brand. It is used for Implant insertion into the disc space. The Aria Inserter PEEK Spacer System offers implants that are interbody fusion devices intended for use as an aid in spinal fixation. These hollow implants are offered in a variety of lengths, heights, and lordotic angles designed to adapt to different patient anatomies. They have serrations on the superior and inferior surfaces designed for m

Reported: September 17, 2014 Initiated: July 7, 2014 #Z-2626-2014

Product Description

Stryker Aria Implant Inserter, REF 48758500, This instrument is part of the Aria product brand. It is used for Implant insertion into the disc space. The Aria Inserter PEEK Spacer System offers implants that are interbody fusion devices intended for use as an aid in spinal fixation. These hollow implants are offered in a variety of lengths, heights, and lordotic angles designed to adapt to different patient anatomies. They have serrations on the superior and inferior surfaces designed for multidirectional fixation, ergonomically shaped anterior edges, and flat posterior edges. This device does not sustain or support life.

Reason for Recall

Stryker has initiated the recall of its Aria Standard and Specialty Implant Inserters due to complaints of product fracturing.

Details

Recalling Firm
Stryker Spine
Units Affected
64 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA including OR, AZ, TN, MA, MD, GA, FL, NY, IA, IN, TX, MI, PA, UT, CA, MN, MO, OH, KS, OK, MT, FL, AL, CO, TN, and WI and Internationally to Australia.
Location
Allendale, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Stryker Aria Implant Inserter, REF 48758500, This instrument is part of the Aria product brand. It is used for Implant insertion into the disc space. The Aria Inserter PEEK Spacer System offers implants that are interbody fusion devices intended for use as an aid in spinal fixation. These hollow implants are offered in a variety of lengths, heights, and lordotic angles designed to adapt to different patient anatomies. They have serrations on the superior and inferior surfaces designed for multidirectional fixation, ergonomically shaped anterior edges, and flat posterior edges. This device does not sustain or support life.. Recalled by Stryker Spine. Units affected: 64 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Stryker has initiated the recall of its Aria Standard and Specialty Implant Inserters due to complaints of product fracturing.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 17, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2626-2014.